1. BEFORE THE MOBILITY

1.1 Application – BASIC ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENT MOBILITY AND INFORMATION ON PARTNER INSTITUTIONS

The Erasmus+ Programme enables students of Higher Vocational Colleges to complete part of their regular study requirements—including the preparation of their final project or apprenticeship—at a partner institution or a company abroad.

Mobility is available for the following purposes:

• Study (SMS) at a partner institution with a valid Inter-Institutional Agreement;
• Apprenticeship (SMT) at a company, organisation, institution, or other host organisation;
• Blended Intensive Programmes (BIPs), such as participation in a short-term physical programme abroad combined with a virtual component.

Eligibility Requirements

Students may apply if they meet the following conditions:

1. They have active student status at their home Higher Vocational College throughout the mobility period.
2. They do not exceed the maximum permitted duration of Erasmus+ mobility. Each student is entitled to a maximum of 12 months of Erasmus+ mobility in total. This includes all types of mobility—study, apprenticeship, blended programmes—as well as zero-grant mobility.
3. The mobility must not take place in Slovenia, as Slovenia is the sending country.
4. Students must reside in the host organisation’s location throughout the mobility period.

Where can you go on mobility?

Mobility is available in the Erasmus+ Programme Countries, including:

• all European Union Member States;
• Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway;
• Türkiye, North Macedonia, and Serbia;
• the United Kingdom (to a limited extent, depending on the project).

1.2 Application – Expression of Interest and First Steps

The Erasmus+ mobility process begins when a student expresses an interest in, or a need for, undertaking mobility. The first step is to consult the Erasmus+ Coordinator at the student’s home Higher Vocational College, who will provide information on:

• the available types of mobility (study, apprenticeship, and Blended Intensive Programmes – BIPs);
• partner institutions and companies with which the home college already cooperates;
• the eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and application procedure.

 

Note: The Association of Higher Vocational Colleges Consortium Coordinator (the beneficiary of the grant agreement with the National Agency) is not responsible for selecting participants. The selection, approval, and coordination of the mobility programme are the sole responsibility of the individual consortium member institution.

The Consortium provides administrative support, prepares the required documentation, processes grant payments, and ensures that the project is implemented in accordance with the Erasmus+ Programme rules. However, it does not influence the academic or programme-related decisions made by individual Higher Vocational Colleges.

Information about partner institutions, existing Inter-Institutional Agreements, and the list of companies with which the home Higher Vocational College already cooperates is available from the Erasmus+ Coordinator at the home institution or on the college’s official website.

Mobility may also be carried out at institutions with which the Association of Higher Vocational Colleges of Slovenia has concluded a Consortium Cooperation Agreement (e.g. ITS Rete Italy). For more information about partner institutions cooperating with the Association at consortium level, please contact the Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator.

If a student cannot find a suitable institution or company among the available options, they may identify another suitable host organisation independently. If the mobility is to take place at an institution holding an ECHE (Erasmus Charter for Higher Education), the student’s home Higher Vocational College must ensure that a valid Inter-Institutional Agreement is signed before the mobility begins.

Students are strongly encouraged to identify or choose their own host organisation or company for their mobility, as this often leads to greater motivation and a more rewarding mobility experience.

If a student selects a host organisation independently, they must contact the chosen organisation or company before submitting their application, confirm the availability of a placement, and ensure that they meet all the host’s requirements (such as language requirements, field of study, suitability of the placement, duration of the mobility, etc.). The mobility may only take place if all Erasmus+ Programme requirements are met and a valid agreement can be concluded with the selected host institution or organisation.

Useful Websites for Finding a Host Organisation or Company

• ErasmusIntern
• EuroJobs
• Jobware
• Monster Europe
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Glassdoor

1.3 Application for mobility

• Once the home institution has approved the student’s application, and the Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator has confirmed that funding is available for the mobility within the previously allocated places, the student completes the official online application for Erasmus+ Student Mobility:

👉 APPLICATION FOR MOBILITY – STUDENTS: https://forms.office.com/e/pG81eQYySz

In the application form, the student:

• provides their personal and study details, as well as information about their home institution (a member of the Association of Higher Vocational Colleges Consortium);
• selects the type of mobility (study, apprenticeship, or BIP);
• completes the OLS language assessment for the language of the mobility and uploads the certificate confirming completion of the assessment.

Students participating in Erasmus+ mobility are required, in accordance with the Programme rules, to complete the OLS (Online Language Support) language assessment before the start of their mobility or, at the latest, at the beginning of the mobility period.

The OLS Online Language Support platform enables students to improve their proficiency in the language in which their study or apprenticeship abroad will be carried out. It offers online language courses designed to help students integrate more easily into their new environment and make the most of their international mobility experience.

More information about the programme and access to the platform are available on the OLS – Online Language Support website.

 

• specifies the duration of the mobility, the travel days, and the mode of travel;

📢 We Encourage Green Travel!

If the applicant chooses an environmentally friendly mode of transport (such as train, bus, or carpooling), they may be eligible for up to four additional travel days and the corresponding financial support. The selected mode of travel must be indicated in the application form.

For journeys of less than 500 km, we recommend using sustainable means of transport, such as train, bus, or carpooling. By doing so, you can reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a greener Erasmus+ Programme.

To help you plan a more sustainable mobility experience, you can also use the Envirasmus app:

Envirasmus

• • indicates whether they wish to apply for additional financial support (e.g. due to special needs or fewer opportunities);

Under the Erasmus+ Programme, students facing personal, social, or economic challenges may apply for additional financial support. This funding is intended to cover extra costs arising from their individual circumstances.

Students can indicate their intention to apply for this additional support in the online application form by selecting the appropriate category. They must also prepare the required supporting documents (such as an official decision, medical certificate, or other official proof of status) and submit them by email to both their home Higher Vocational College and the Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator.

Students may apply for additional Erasmus+ financial support only if they fall within one of the eight categories of participants with fewer opportunities and can provide the required supporting documentation. This top-up grant is intended to cover additional costs arising from barriers to participation in mobility.

1. Special needs
If you have a valid official decision issued by the National Education Institute Slovenia (ZRSŠ), the Centre for Social Work (CSD), or the Health Insurance Institute of Slovenia (ZZZS) (e.g. relating to a personal assistant, companion, study adaptations, disability, etc.), or if such a decision has been issued for your sibling, parent, or legal guardian.

Supporting documents: An official decision valid for the entire mobility period.

2. Health-related challenges
If you have a long-term medical condition or allergy requiring a special diet or other adjustments (e.g. diabetes, coeliac disease, lactose intolerance); if you require a personal assistant or companion due to a disability; or if you are experiencing mental health difficulties or disorders.

Supporting documents: A medical certificate or specialist’s report.

3. Barriers related to education and training systems
If you are an adult learner without completed upper secondary education, if the structure of your study programme limits your ability to participate in mobility abroad, or if you are NEET (not in education, employment, or training).

Supporting documents: Proof of learner status, confirmation from your educational institution, or other relevant documentation.

4. Cultural differences
If you have a migrant or refugee background.

Supporting documents: Proof of international protection status or another appropriate official document.

5. Social barriers
If you come from a single-parent family; are in foster or institutional care; are a student with children; are a (former) person with substance dependence; an offender, prisoner, or homeless person; or if you are experiencing mental health difficulties or disorders.

Supporting documents: For example, official decisions issued by the Centre for Social Work, documents relating to guardianship or foster care, or other proof of status.

6. Economic barriers
If you permanently reside in a municipality where the average gross salary index per inhabitant is below 85; if you receive a state scholarship, subsidised student meals, or social assistance; or if you are a single parent, a working student, or a pensioner receiving the minimum pension.

Supporting documents: Proof of permanent residence, decisions confirming scholarship or social assistance, or other relevant documentation.

7. Barriers related to discrimination
If you belong to the Roma community; have foreign national or international protection status; experience discrimination based on sexual orientation (LGBTQ+), minority gender identity, or age (ageism).

Supporting documents: Documentation confirming your status or the circumstances relating to discrimination.

8. Geographical barriers
If you live in an area with limited transport infrastructure or in a region with limited access to services.

Supporting documents: Proof of permanent residence and, where applicable, justification of geographical remoteness.

Note: In the event of a natural disaster or another unforeseen circumstance (such as floods, earthquakes, or wildfires), you may also be eligible for additional financial support if you can demonstrate that the event has created additional barriers to your participation in mobility.

 

After submitting the application, the student receives a copy of the completed application form by email, together with an invitation to sign it electronically via BetrSign.

The system enables students to sign documents quickly and securely without requiring a qualified electronic signature (QES) and is compliant with the eIDAS Regulation and the GDPR. It is therefore important that students provide their correct email address and mobile phone number in the application form.

Once the student has electronically signed the application, the Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator will verify:

• whether the student meets the eligibility requirements for an Ad futura scholarship (where applicable);
• whether the student qualifies for the additional financial support for participants with fewer opportunities;
• allocate funding in accordance with the project’s financial plan.

Following this stage, the preparation of the Learning Agreement can begin. The Learning Agreement is the core academic document of an Erasmus+ mobility and must be agreed by all parties involved (the student, the home Higher Vocational College, the host institution or organisation, and the Consortium).

1.4 Mobility planning and preparation of the learning agreement

Guidelines for preparing the learning agreement

When preparing the Learning Agreement, we recommend that students consult the European Commission’s guidelines, which support the effective planning of the mobility period and facilitate the recognition of learning outcomes successfully achieved abroad.

• Mobility for Studies (SMS): Learning Agreement Guidelines for Studies (KA131)

   

• Mobility for Apprenticeships (SMT): Learning Agreement Guidelines for Traineeships (KA131)

Preparing the academic content of the learning agreement

The Learning Agreement is the key document for Erasmus+ student mobility. Its academic content must be clearly defined and agreed in advance by all parties involved: the student, the home Higher Vocational College, and either the host Higher Vocational College (for SMS) or the host organisation (for SMT).

The Learning Agreement must include:

• details of the host organisation (name, address, and contact persons);
• a detailed description of the planned activities or study programme;
• the duration of the mobility (including any virtual component, where applicable);
• the expected learning outcomes and competences to be acquired;
• the arrangements for the recognition of the learning outcomes upon the student’s return to the home Higher Vocational College.

Learning agreement templates

When preparing and agreeing the content of their mobility, students are encouraged to use the relevant Learning Agreement templates for their chosen type of mobility. These templates clearly indicate the information that must be obtained from the host Higher Vocational College or host organisation, as well as the content that must be included in the Learning Agreement.

The templates simplify the preparation of the required documentation, facilitate communication with the host institution or organisation, and help ensure that all required information is completed accurately and on time.

The following templates are available:

• Learning Agreement for Apprenticeships (SMT)
• Learning Agreement for Studies (SMS)
• Learning Agreement for a Blended Intensive Programme (BIP)

For Study Mobility (SMS)

In the academic section of the Learning Agreement, the student must include:

• the titles of the courses to be taken at the host Higher Vocational College;
• the number of ECTS credits to be awarded for each course;
• the semester in which each course will be completed;
• the expected learning outcomes and the added value of the mobility for the student’s study programme.

The proposed study programme must be agreed with the Erasmus+ Coordinator at the home Higher Vocational College and the host Higher Vocational College. This ensures that the mobility will be appropriately recognised within the student’s study programme at the home institution, either as practical education (PRI) or as another partial or elective study requirement, in accordance with the institution’s internal rules and procedures.

📌 Before submitting the final Learning Agreement, students should confirm how the mobility will be recognised, which supporting documents will be required, and which person or body at the home Higher Vocational College is responsible for approving the recognition after the mobility has been completed.

For Apprenticeship Mobility (SMT)

The Learning Agreement for apprenticeship mobility must clearly and specifically define:

• the student’s position or area of work within the host organisation (e.g. accounting, logistics, laboratory work);
• a detailed description of the tasks and activities to be carried out, organised by day or week throughout the mobility period;
• the knowledge, skills, and competences the student is expected to acquire during the apprenticeship;
• the methods that will be used by the mentor at the host organisation to monitor and assess the student’s progress (e.g. regular progress reports, a training diary, a final report, or an evaluation form).

The Role of the Home Higher Vocational College and the Association’s Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator

The home Higher Vocational College is responsible for verifying that the planned mobility (Study Mobility – SMS, Apprenticeship Mobility – SMT, or BIP) is academically justified, relevant to the student’s educational objectives, and aligned with both the institution’s goals and the objectives of the Erasmus+ Programme.

The home Higher Vocational College must confirm that:

• the proposed courses or activities are consistent with the learning outcomes and curriculum of the Higher Vocational College study programme;
• the learning outcomes achieved during the mobility will be appropriately recognised upon the student’s return – either as practical education (PRI) or substitute study requirements (for apprenticeship mobility), or as equivalent courses (for study mobility);
• the mobility will contribute to the development of the student’s professional, language, and intercultural competences.

The Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator at the Association of Higher Vocational Colleges of Slovenia is responsible for:

• providing administrative and technical support throughout all stages of the mobility, from application to completion;
• ensuring compliance with the project agreement and financial plan;
• communicating with the National Agency and maintaining programme documentation in accordance with Erasmus+ requirements.

In addition, the Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator provides professional guidance and advice to Erasmus+ Coordinators at individual Higher Vocational Colleges, particularly in cases where they require additional information or clarification regarding procedures. The Coordinator also has a supervisory and supportive role, helping to ensure that all mobilities are implemented efficiently and in full compliance with the Erasmus+ Programme rules.

Entering Mobility Information into the Online Form

Once all key aspects of the mobility (content, duration, and participation arrangements) have been agreed with the host Higher Vocational College or host organisation, the student enters the relevant information into the appropriate online form, depending on the type of mobility:

Study Mobility (SMS): Study Mobility Online Form

Apprenticeship Mobility (SMT): Apprenticeship Mobility Online Form

Blended Intensive Programme (BIP): Blended Intensive Programme Online Form

Please complete the online form carefully and in full, as the information provided will serve as the basis for preparing the Learning Agreement and all accompanying mobility documentation.

Note: Given the length and scope of the online form, we recommend that you begin completing it only after the content of your mobility has been fully agreed with the host Higher Vocational College or host organisation. The form must be completed in a single session, as it does not allow responses to be saved and resumed later. If you are unable to complete the form immediately, we recommend preparing all the necessary information and responses in advance.

After reviewing the application, the Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator will send both the student and the Erasmus+ Coordinator at the home Higher Vocational College either:

• an approval, together with further instructions and the Learning Agreement and other documents for signature; or
• a request to provide additional information if the application or supporting documentation is incomplete, insufficient, or does not meet the required standards. If the application is not completed within the specified deadline, or if the additional documentation remains unsatisfactory, funding for the mobility will not be approved, regardless of the planned departure date.

Preparation of the Agreements and Entry of Data into the Beneficiary Module

Once the student has successfully completed the online mobility form, the Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator prepares the following documents based on the information provided:

• the Learning Agreement (LA);
• the Grant Agreement (GA); and
• the Ad futura Scholarship Annex, where applicable.

The Grant Agreement includes, among other things, the calculation of the Erasmus+ financial support to which the participant is entitled. The amount is determined in accordance with the financial rules applicable to the project year under which the mobility is funded.

Students undertaking apprenticeship mobility as part of their practical education (PRI) are automatically entitled to an apprenticeship top-up of EUR 150 per month. No separate application is required for this additional support.

Students who meet the eligibility criteria may also receive an Ad futura scholarship. The apprenticeship top-up and the Ad futura scholarship are compatible and may be received simultaneously.

The Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator prepares the required documentation and sends it to the student for electronic signature via BetrSign, a secure electronic signature platform that complies with the eIDAS Regulation, the GDPR, and the applicable legislation of the Republic of Slovenia.

As the Association of Higher Vocational Colleges of Slovenia, as the consortium coordinator, does not hold an ECHE (Erasmus Charter for Higher Education), it does not use the EWP (European Student Card / Online Learning Agreement) system, which is normally used for the electronic exchange and signing of Learning Agreements. Instead, the Association uses BetrSign as an alternative, providing an equivalent legally compliant digital process for managing all mobility documents. The system automatically records a complete audit trail of all signing activities, ensuring full traceability and authenticity of the signing process. To enable electronic signing, each signatory must provide in advance: their personal mobile phone number; and their personal email address (rather than a general institutional address such as info@vss.si). Once all documents (Learning Agreement (LA), Grant Agreement (GA), and the Ad futura Scholarship Annex, where applicable) have been signed by all parties—the student, the home Higher Vocational College, the host Higher Vocational College or host organisation, and the Association of Higher Vocational Colleges of Slovenia—each signatory receives a signed copy of the documents. The Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator then records the mobility details in the Beneficiary Module. Grant Payment and Student Obligations Before, During, and After the Mobility Once all required documents—the Learning Agreement (LA), Grant Agreement (GA), and, where applicable, the Ad futura Scholarship Annex—have been signed by all parties, the student receives 80% of the total Erasmus+ grant (the first instalment). The Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator then sends the student all necessary instructions together with the templates for the documents that must be obtained during the mobility or immediately after its completion. These documents must be submitted no later than five weeks after the end of the mobility to both the Erasmus+ Coordinator at the home Higher Vocational College and the Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator.

1. Required and Recommended Insurance

   Students must ensure that they have the following mandatory insurance for the entire duration of their mobility:

   • a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) for access to essential healthcare abroad;
   • accident insurance valid abroad;
   • for apprenticeship mobility (SMT), liability insurance, covering damage caused in the workplace. This insurance may already be included within an accident insurance policy, so students should check this with their insurance provider before departure.

   We also strongly recommend that students take out insurance covering:

   • travel insurance, including loss of or damage to luggage;
   • trip cancellation (e.g. in the event of illness shortly before departure);
   • third-party liability insurance (including professional liability where applicable);
   • accidents and serious illness, including temporary or permanent incapacity for work;
   • death and repatriation cover, particularly for longer mobility periods abroad.

   Practical Preparations for Mobility: Accommodation, Travel, Documentation, and Support

   Students are responsible for arranging suitable accommodation and organising their travel to the mobility destination in good time. We strongly recommend starting these preparations as early as possible, as accommodation in larger cities is often limited, particularly at the beginning of the academic year.

   Students should also contact their chosen host Higher Vocational College or host organisation well in advance to check whether they require a visa, residence permit, or any additional insurance, and arrange the necessary documentation according to the requirements of the destination country.

   If students have any questions or require assistance, they may contact the Erasmus+ Coordinator at their home Higher Vocational College or the Association of Higher Vocational Colleges of Slovenia. A list of all Erasmus+ Coordinators and their contact details is available on the COORDINATORS page of the Association’s website.

   When preparing for mobility and connecting with fellow students abroad, students may also find support through Erasmus Student Network Slovenia (ESN Slovenia), which provides useful information, practical advice, and assistance with settling into a new environment.

   ESN Slovenia

2. DURING THE MOBILITY

   During the mobility period, students are expected to actively manage their mobility and maintain regular communication with both their home Higher Vocational College and the Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator.

   If any changes occur during the mobility (e.g. a change of host organisation, changes to the study or work programme, a change of mentor, or an extension or shortening of the mobility period), the student, together with the host Higher Vocational College or host organisation and the home Higher Vocational College, must complete Table A2 – During the Mobility, which forms part of the Learning Agreement.

   All changes must be agreed in advance with the Erasmus+ Coordinator at the home Higher Vocational College and communicated to the Consortium Erasmus+ Coordinator at the Association of Higher Vocational Colleges of Slovenia at least one month before the end of the mobility, so that the necessary amendments to the contractual documentation can be completed in good time.

   Students should remain in regular contact with the Erasmus+ Coordinator at their home Higher Vocational College throughout the mobility period. This helps ensure that any issues are addressed promptly, changes are reported on time, and appropriate support is available whenever needed.

   AFTER THE MOBILITY

   After completing the mobility, students must fulfil several obligations in order to complete the Erasmus+ mobility process and receive the remaining 20% of their Erasmus+ grant.

   The required documents and activities include:

   • Completed EU Survey
     Students will automatically receive a link to the EU Survey by email via the Beneficiary Module. This is the official Erasmus+ participant report and must be completed.

   • Confirmation of Attendance / Evaluation (After the Mobility)
     This document must be issued and signed by the host organisation (e.g. the company or institution where the mobility took place). It must clearly state the exact start and end dates of the mobility, which must correspond to the dates specified in the signed Learning Agreement.

     In addition to confirming the mobility period, the document must certify that the agreed activities were completed in accordance with the approved mobility programme. If any significant changes occurred during the mobility, these must be clearly explained and justified in the document.

   • Copy of the completed and signed Green Travel Declaration, where applicable, if the student travelled using sustainable means of transport.
   • Completion of the Association’s Erasmus+ Mobility Monitoring Questionnaire:
     Erasmus+ Mobility Monitoring Questionnaire – Association of Higher Vocational Colleges of Slovenia (KA1)
   • Mobility Report with photographs or video material
     Students should prepare a short report describing their Erasmus+ experience and include photographs or a short video. The report should be submitted to the Association of Higher Vocational Colleges of Slovenia.
   • Confirmation of Recognition of ECTS Credits
     Recognition of the credits earned during the mobility is arranged by the home Higher Vocational College, in accordance with the signed Learning Agreement.
   • (Optional) Erasmus+ Story for Publication
     Students are encouraged to prepare a short article about their Erasmus+ experience, together with a photograph or video, for publication in the Association of Higher Vocational Colleges of Slovenia’s newsletter and on its website in the Erasmus Stories section.

   Payment of the Remaining Grant

   Once all required documentation has been submitted and approved—including the completed EU Survey, the Confirmation of Attendance/Evaluation, the student’s mobility report, and any other required documents—the Association of Higher Vocational Colleges of Slovenia will transfer the remaining 20% of the Erasmus+ grant to the student.

Blended Intensive Programmes (BIPs)

Blended Intensive Programmes (BIPs) within the Erasmus+ Consortium are short, focused programmes based on innovative approaches to learning and teaching. They combine physical mobility with a mandatory virtual component and are designed for students and/or staff of participating institutions and their international partners.

BIPs are based on challenge-based learning, bringing together participants from several partner institutions to work collaboratively in international and interdisciplinary teams. The programmes are designed to foster the development of professional, digital, and intercultural competences while providing flexible forms of international cooperation that complement traditional mobility activities.

A BIP includes:

• a physical mobility component lasting a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 30 days;
• a virtual component, which may take place before, during, or after the physical mobility and supports collaborative work, preparation, and reflection.

Students who successfully complete a BIP are awarded at least 3 ECTS credits, which are recognised in accordance with the internal regulations of their home Higher Vocational College, a member of the Consortium.

The Role of the Consortium and the Application Procedure

• Information on current Blended Intensive Programmes (BIPs) is available to students and staff of Consortium member institutions at: erasmusbip.org – List of BIPs
• Applicants select an appropriate BIP and apply in accordance with the instructions provided by the programme organiser.
• Once participation has been confirmed, applicants submit their application for Erasmus+ financial support through the procedures established by their home Higher Vocational College, a member of the Consortium.
• Students participating in a BIP are eligible for Erasmus+ financial support, including any applicable top-up grants, provided they meet the relevant eligibility requirements.
• Students must hold active student status at their home Higher Vocational College throughout the entire duration of the BIP.
• Applications for funding are assessed on a rolling basis, and financial support is awarded subject to the availability of the Consortium’s budget.

Travel Support

Travel Distance	Green Travel – Amount	Non-Green Travel – Amount
10–99 km	EUR 56 per participant	EUR 28 per participant
100–499 km	EUR 285 per participant	EUR 211 per participant
500–1,999 km	EUR 417 per participant	EUR 309 per participant
2,000–2,999 km	EUR 535 per participant	EUR 395 per participant
3,000–3,999 km	EUR 785 per participant	EUR 580 per participant
4,000–7,999 km	EUR 1,188 per participant	EUR 1,188 per participant
8,000 km or more	EUR 1,735 per participant	EUR 1,735 per participant

Travel distance means the distance between the place of origin and the venue of the activity, while the amount represents the contribution towards the cost of travel to and from the destination.

Individual Support for Physical Mobility

Short-Term Physical Mobility

• Students and recent graduates participating in short-term physical mobility to any eligible destination receive EUR 79 per day for the first 14 days of the mobility activity and EUR 56 per day from Day 15 to Day 30, plus any eligible funded travel days.
• Students and recent graduates with fewer opportunities participating in short-term physical mobility receive, in addition to the standard individual support, a top-up of EUR 100 for a mobility period of 5–14 days or EUR 150 for a mobility period of 15–30 days.
• The apprenticeship top-up does not apply to students or recent graduates participating in short-term physical mobility.

Long-Term Physical Mobility

The basic individual support for long-term student mobility for study and apprenticeships applies to mobility taking place in EU Member States, third countries associated with the Erasmus+ Programme, and third countries not associated with the Programme in Regions 13 and 14, with the exception of students from the outermost regions and the overseas countries and territories (OCTs).

Host Country	Monthly Amount (EUR)
Group 1 – Countries with a higher cost of livingAustria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden.Third countries not associated with the Erasmus+ Programme in Regions 13 and 14	EUR 674
Group 2 – Countries with a medium cost of livingCyprus, Czechia, Estonia, Greece, Latvia, Malta, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain.	EUR 606
Group 3 – Countries with a lower cost of livingBulgaria, Croatia, Lithuania, Hungary, Poland, Romania, North Macedonia, Serbia, Türkiye.	EUR 550

 

These rates are determined either by the National Agency or by the higher education institutions themselves (within the permitted range) and remain fixed for the entire duration of the mobility project.

Basic Individual Support for Long-Term Student Mobility for Students from Higher Education Institutions in the Outermost Regions and Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs)

 

Mobility From	Host Country	Monthly Amount
Outermost Regions and Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs)	EU Member States, third countries associated with the Erasmus+ Programme, and third countries not associated with the Programme in Regions 13 and 14	EUR 786 per month

Basic Individual Support for Long-Term Student Mobility for Studies and Apprenticeships to and from Third Countries Not Associated with the Erasmus+ Programme (Regions 1–12), Including Students from Higher Education Institutions in the Outermost Regions and Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs)

Mobility From (Sending Country)	Host Country	Monthly Amount
EU Member States and third countries associated with the Erasmus+ Programme	Third countries not associated with the Erasmus+ Programme (Regions 1–12)	EUR 700 per month
Third countries not associated with the Erasmus+ Programme (Regions 1–12)	Group 1 EU Member States and third countries associated with the Erasmus+ Programme	EUR 900 per month
Third countries not associated with the Erasmus+ Programme (Regions 1–12)	Group 2 EU Member States and third countries associated with the Erasmus+ Programme	EUR 850 per month
Third countries not associated with the Erasmus+ Programme (Regions 1–12)	Group 3 EU Member States and third countries associated with the Erasmus+ Programme	EUR 800 per month

The top-up for students and recent graduates with fewer opportunities also applies in these cases.

The apprenticeship top-up applies only to mobility taking place in third countries not associated with the Erasmus+ Programme in Regions 13 and 14.

For the purposes of these funding rules, EU Member States and third countries associated with the Erasmus+ Programme also include the outermost regions and the overseas countries and territories (OCTs).

Additional Financial Support

• Long-term apprenticeship mobility in EU Member States, third countries associated with the Erasmus+ Programme, and third countries not associated with the Programme in Regions 13 and 14 is eligible for an apprenticeship top-up of EUR 150 per month, which is added to the basic individual support.
• Students and recent graduates with fewer opportunities undertaking an apprenticeship are eligible to receive both the top-up for participants with fewer opportunities and the apprenticeship top-up.
• Long-term mobility for students and recent graduates with fewer opportunities is eligible for an additional EUR 250 per month, which is added to the basic individual support.

Funded Travel Days

(Applicable to both long-term and short-term mobility)

Where applicable, individual support may also cover eligible living expenses incurred during travel before and after the mobility activity. Participants and accompanying persons who receive non-green travel support may receive funding for up to two travel days, while those receiving green travel support may receive funding for up to six travel days.

Students participating in Erasmus+ mobility are required, in accordance with the Programme rules, to complete the OLS (Online Language Support) language assessment before the start of their mobility or, at the latest, at the beginning of the mobility period.

The OLS Online Language Support platform enables students to improve their proficiency in the language in which their study or apprenticeship abroad will be carried out. It offers online language courses designed to help students integrate more easily into their new environment and make the most of their international mobility experience.

More information about the programme and access to the platform are available on the OLS – Online Language Support website.

Student Mobility for Apprenticeships (SMT): Student Mobility for Apprenticeships Application Form

Student Mobility for Studies (SMS): Student Mobility for Studies Application Form

Student Mobility – Participation in a BIP: Student Mobility – BIP Participation Application Form